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North west Sutherland sporting estate joins forces with conservation charity in bid to stem 'extremely worrying' decline of salmon numbers

29 October 2021
North west Sutherland sporting estate joins forces with conservation charity in bid to stem 'extremely worrying' decline of salmon numbers

North west Sutherland sporting estate joins forces with conservation charity in bid to stem 'extremely worrying' decline of salmon numbers

29 October 2021

Reay Forest Estate has joined forces with the Atlantic Salmon Trust (AST) with the aim of boosting fish numbers in the River Laxford.


Rockets to be used at Space Hub Sutherland are 'most environmentally friendly yet', says aerospace firm boss

28 October 2021
Rockets to be used at Space Hub Sutherland are 'most environmentally friendly yet', says aerospace firm boss

Rockets to be used at Space Hub Sutherland are 'most environmentally friendly yet', says aerospace firm boss

28 October 2021

Orbex chief executive Chris Larmour spoke out to mark the 50th anniversary today of the launch of Britain’s Black Arrow rocket,


Durness councillor Hugh Morrison links with two colleagues in call for review as number of firefighters dwindle in county

28 October 2021
Durness councillor Hugh Morrison links with two colleagues in call for review as number of firefighters dwindle in county

Durness councillor Hugh Morrison links with two colleagues in call for review as number of firefighters dwindle in county

28 October 2021

Currently Tongue and Lochinver fire stations are shut because of a lack of firefighters and Scourie and Bettyhill station are struggling.


Bonar Bridge Football Club thrilled with transformation of 'semi-derelict' clubhouse

27 October 2021
Bonar Bridge Football Club thrilled with transformation of 'semi-derelict' clubhouse

Bonar Bridge Football Club thrilled with transformation of 'semi-derelict' clubhouse

27 October 2021

The clubhouse at Bonar Bridge Football Club is now fully operational again following extensive renovation work.


Garvary wind farm application rumbles on

27 October 2021
Garvary wind farm application rumbles on

Garvary wind farm application rumbles on

27 October 2021

Highland Council has been granted a third extension to the time allocated for it to decide its stance on Garvary Wind Farm.


Work set to start on improvements to Struie Hill Road - but only 'most significant' defects will be repaired

26 October 2021
Work set to start on improvements to Struie Hill Road - but only 'most significant' defects will be repaired

Work set to start on improvements to Struie Hill Road - but only 'most significant' defects will be repaired

26 October 2021

Patching and overlay work is to be carried out at three locations with additional drainage and ditching.


PICTURES: Long-awaited North Coast Market has 'happy' vibe

26 October 2021
PICTURES: Long-awaited North Coast Market has 'happy' vibe

PICTURES: Long-awaited North Coast Market has 'happy' vibe

26 October 2021

North Coast Market - formerly Bettyhill Market - held its first event in two years at Armadale Hall last Saturday.


Kyle of Sutherland Fisheries create new post for climate resilience officer amid concern over warming rivers

26 October 2021
Kyle of Sutherland Fisheries create new post for climate resilience officer amid concern over warming rivers

Kyle of Sutherland Fisheries create new post for climate resilience officer amid concern over warming rivers

26 October 2021

A spokesman for the organisation said: "This post will lead local initiatives to combat climate change and improve habitats."


Help at hand for those in Kyle of Sutherland area worried about energy costs

26 October 2021
Help at hand for those in Kyle of Sutherland area worried about energy costs

Help at hand for those in Kyle of Sutherland area worried about energy costs

26 October 2021

Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust (KoSDT) is reminding local residents of its Helping Hand Fund.


Ardgay soup and sweet is Poppy Pledge fundraiser in memory of Rhona

25 October 2021
Ardgay soup and sweet is Poppy Pledge fundraiser in memory of Rhona

Ardgay soup and sweet is Poppy Pledge fundraiser in memory of Rhona

25 October 2021

Rene Knott, of Gledfield, and her extended family have taken the Poppy Pledge - to raise £1921 in 2021 for Poppyscotland.


Interest high in e-bikes at Golspie Bothy event

25 October 2021
Interest high in e-bikes at Golspie Bothy event

Interest high in e-bikes at Golspie Bothy event

25 October 2021

George Ewing, who volunteers for Cycling Without Age Scotland, brought along his rickshaw


Delight as Bradbury Centre awarded funding for community bus

18 October 2021
Delight as Bradbury Centre awarded funding for community bus

Delight as Bradbury Centre awarded funding for community bus

18 October 2021

The Bradbury Centrehas been awarded just over £26,000 from the Beatrice Partnership Fund to support its transport arm.


Kilbraur suspension bridge closure sparks call for community group to be formed to work towards replacement structure

18 October 2021
Kilbraur suspension bridge closure sparks call for community group to be formed to work towards replacement structure

Kilbraur suspension bridge closure sparks call for community group to be formed to work towards replacement structure

18 October 2021

Brora Community Council has been asking local people for their views to gauge whether there is any interest in replacing the bridge.


Provision of Falls of Shin Aire has resulted in 'responsible usage of site', says development trust manager

17 October 2021
Provision of Falls of Shin Aire has resulted in 'responsible usage of site', says development trust manager

Provision of Falls of Shin Aire has resulted in 'responsible usage of site', says development trust manager

17 October 2021

The overnight parking facility for motorhomes and campervans came on stream at the Invershin beauty spot in June.


New job for Golspie and Rogart head teacher

16 October 2021
New job for Golspie and Rogart head teacher

New job for Golspie and Rogart head teacher

16 October 2021

Parents at the two schools were informed of the staffing change in a letter distributed before the school holidays.


Cool response to request for Coul Links support letter

15 October 2021
Cool response to request for Coul Links support letter

Cool response to request for Coul Links support letter

15 October 2021

Brora Community Council has been asked to write a letter of support for Coul Links.


Dispute over site of motorhome facility in Lairg turns 'nasty' on social media

15 October 2021
Dispute over site of motorhome facility in Lairg turns 'nasty' on social media

Dispute over site of motorhome facility in Lairg turns 'nasty' on social media

15 October 2021

A site close to the Ferrycroft Centre and overlooking Loch Shin has been identified for the motorhome overnight service facility.


Rogart abnormal loads concern sparks objection to Strath Tirry wind farm

14 October 2021
Rogart abnormal loads concern sparks objection to Strath Tirry wind farm

Rogart abnormal loads concern sparks objection to Strath Tirry wind farm

14 October 2021

Abnormal loads relating to the Strath Tirry development would be among many to potentially pass through the village.


Highland Council ready for winter with gritting programme launched today

14 October 2021
Highland Council ready for winter with gritting programme launched today

Highland Council ready for winter with gritting programme launched today

14 October 2021

The authority's fleet of 105 gritters stands in readiness for adverse winter weather conditions.


Highland Coast Hotels eyes up another six hotels on NC500 tourism route

13 October 2021
Highland Coast Hotels eyes up another six hotels on NC500 tourism route

Highland Coast Hotels eyes up another six hotels on NC500 tourism route

13 October 2021

The company already owns four hotels on the NC500 tourism route.


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